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0:134h00Stirling4:13Preston£811One-way0 changes
5:213h25Stirling8:46Preston£961One-way1 change- 6:093h07Stirling9:16Preston£1771One-way1 change
- 6:093h07Stirling9:16Preston£1771One-way1 change
- 5:213h25Stirling8:46Preston£961One-way1 change
- 0:134h00Stirling4:13Preston£811One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stirling to Preston
The cheapest option from Stirling to Preston is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Preston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 273 km
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£32 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest option | £160 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stirling to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Preston trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0:13 Stirling | 4h00 | 4:13 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:21 Stirling | 3h25 | 8:46 Preston | 1 change | |
| 6:09 Stirling | 3h07 | 9:16 Preston | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Preston
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Stirling to Preston, including direct trains, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 273 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 19:02 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Stirling to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Preston from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stirling to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Preston
Most Stirling to Preston trains use the Stirling to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Stirling and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stirling station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Stirling from Stirling city centre
Stirling train station facilities and services
Stirling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stirling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stirling. ATMs are available at Stirling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stirling. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stirling: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stirling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stirling: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Preston station do trains from Stirling arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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